Did you know that 96 people are killed each day by guns? This past weekend was Wear Orange weekend which brings to light the growing issue of gun violence. Why orange? Orange is the color hunters wear to make sure that they don’t get shot in the woods.
SALDEF in conjunction with Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action hosted events across the DC Metro area this past weekend to highlight the increase in Gun Violence, honor the victims and their families, and to bring awareness to our community.
On Saturday morning SALDEF Executive Director Baldev Singh gave an Ardas in Baltimore MD, this event was attended by many survivors of gun violence. The morning rain did not keep the attendees away and instead added to the overwhelming emotion felt by everyone. Saturday evening Mr. Singh gave another Ardas in Alexandria VA. This event was attended by many people from the region.
Sunday afternoon SALDEF hosted a Wear Orange at the Raj Khalsa Gurdwara, the event included speakers from Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action and Vishavjit Singh it was followed by an activity for kids and snacks.
To learn more about gun violence visit: https://everytownresearch.org/gun-violence-by-the-numbers/
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